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www.skysports.comHere’s the latest on the Women's Six Nations as of mid-May 2026.
Key updates
- England (the Red Roses) continued their title defense with strong performances, including a 62-24 win over Wales in late April, and a 33-12 victory over Ireland to open their campaign. England’s squad also saw changes ahead of upcoming fixtures, including debuts for new players like Millie David.[1]
- The competition remains hotly contested with France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales challenging the defending champions as the season progresses, with upcoming matches and results rolling in through May.[4][1]
- Attendance and growth indicators for the Women’s Six Nations have been noted, highlighting increasing interest as the championship gains traction and visibility worldwide.[2]
Recent results (highlights)
- England 62-24 Wales: England scored 10 tries to overwhelm Wales, continuing their unbeaten streak in the tournament so far this season.[1]
- England 33-12 Ireland: England built an early title defense with a convincing win in Round 1, setting the tone for the championship.[1]
Upcoming and context
- The official Six Nations site and major rugby outlets continue to publish match previews, lineups, and post-match analysis as teams prepare for the remaining rounds of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations.[2][4]
- Additional coverage and in-depth reporting are available from rugby-focused outlets and aggregators, which reflect ongoing discussions about format tweaks, attendance records, and strategic shifts in the women’s game.[3][5]
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- You can think of the 2026 tournament as a ladder: England sits near the top as defending champions, while France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales all aim to climb and challenge with each fixture, shaping a competitive title race through the spring.[6][2]
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